Question

1. part a

how does benny’s point of view create a sense of humor in the passage?
a because he is adventurous, he sets off to find the dump with the most enthusiasm. b unlike the other children, he views going to the dump as a form of play only. c unlike the other children, he is not afraid to say what he really thinks of the search. d because he is the youngest, he forms the closest attachment with the dog.

part b
which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to part a?
a \there he sat in the door of the car, swinging his legs, his arm around the shaggy dog.\ (paragraph 4)
b \milk suited benny very well, however, so the older children allowed him to drink rather more than his share.\ (paragraph 7)
c \‘what’s a dump?’ inquired benny.\ (paragraph 11)
d \but it was clear that his mind was centered on wheels rather than cups.\ (paragraph 15)

Explanation:

Part A

To determine how Benny’s point of view creates humor, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Enthusiasm for the dump doesn't inherently create humor. Eliminate.
• Option B: Viewing the dump as play only is not necessarily humorous. Eliminate.
• Option C: Benny’s honesty about the search (unlike others) can be humorous as it contrasts with the others’ attitudes. This fits.
• Option D: Attachment to the dog doesn't relate to humor from his point of view. Eliminate.

We need a sentence supporting Part A’s answer (Benny’s honesty about the search).

• Option A: Shows his attachment to the dog, not his thoughts on the search. Eliminate.
• Option B: About milk, not relevant. Eliminate.
• Option C: Benny asking “What’s a dump?” shows his honest, naive reaction to the search, supporting his unfiltered thoughts. This fits.
• Option D: About wheels vs cups, not about his thoughts on the search. Eliminate.

Answer:

C. Unlike the other children, he is not afraid to say what he really thinks of the search.

Part B